Contemporary Cool

Cool non-traditional choices for a front door are lime and turquoise, says garden designer Carmen Johnston. This contemporary home was designed and photographed by Koch Architects, based in Berkeley, Calif.

Teal Appeal

Teal is a popular choice indoors and out, starting with the front door. The peppy palette is a smart alternative for a homeowner who is tired of a black or taupe door, says Georgia landscape designer Danna Cain of Home & Garden Design. Photo by The Home Depot.

Better Red

A red front door is a vibrant choice, whether the home has a stucco or brick front. Photo by Belgard.

Classic White and Brick

A white door pops against gray and red brick in a historic Atlanta neighborhood. Brick homes can use a front door color other than red, says landscape designer Danna Cain of Home & Garden Design. Photo by JJ Ortega Real Estate Photography.

Darken Your Door

If the house has a red brick exterior, a dark door works best, says landscape designer Danna Cain. Photo courtesy of Georgia Front Porch.

Shingled Cottage with Slate Porch

A home without shutters gives you more flexibility when selecting a front door color. Choosing a blue-based color can be an alternative to dark green, taupe or black, says landscape designer Danna Cain.

Down With Brown

A rich brown door with decorative details can present a nice contrast to a white wood exterior and fit with the home's historic look. This Madison, Ga., residence dates to 1820. Photo by Katy Roberts.

Brown Leaded Glass Door on Stone Home with Portico

Red Front Door on Brick Home

Red is a frequent choice for homes with a traditional look, fitting with brick, molding and columns painted white. "The old-fashioned, welcoming color for a front door is red," says Bruce Holliday of Landscape Plans Plus.

Back in Black

The black front door gives a stately look to a red brick home in a historic Atlanta neighborhood. Shutters are painted in a matching color. Photo by JJ Ortega Real Estate Photography.

Brown Arched Glass Front Door on White Brick Home

For a traditional approach, a set of double glass doors stained brown gives a rich aesthetic to an entryway. Photo by Georgia Front Porch.

Red Door Welcome

A red door is an attractive way to welcome guests, such as in this two-story stucco home with a stone walkway, stairs and porch. Photo by Georgia Front Porch.

It’s not just about your home. It’s about you and how you want to be viewed by the world. With so many options in paint, almost any color family can look good on your front door if you pick the right hue. So before we talk about the style and color of your house (more on that in the results), let’s talk about you.